Sri Rama Navami is Lord Sri Ramachandra's auspicious appearance day. Sri Ramachandra emerged on the ninth day of the growing moon (Chaitra Masa, Shukla Paksha, Navami Tithi) in the month of Chaitra (March – April), and this day is commemorated as Sri Rama Navami every year.
Sri Ramachandra appeared as the son of Ayodhya's monarch, Dasharatha, who descended from the Maharaja Ikshvaku dynasty (also known as Raghu vamsha). Dasharatha married three times and had no children: Kaushalya, Kaikeyi, and Sumitra. The king performed a Putra Kameshti Yajna on the advice of Maharishi Vashishtha. As a result, all three wives gave birth to sons. Rama was born to Kaushalya, while Bharata was born to Kaikeyi. Lakshmana and Shatrughna are twins born to Sumitra.
In the epic Ramayana, the great sage Valmiki describes Sri Rama's life and exploits in exquisite detail. In the ninth canto of Srimad-Bhagavatam, Shukadeva Goswami narrates a condensed version of the Ramayana to Parikshit Maharaja (Bhagavata Purana).
Unknown Facts About Lord Shri Ram:
Lord Vishnu's seventh incarnation: Lord Rama is thought to be Lord Vishnu's seventh incarnation out of ten. Lord Vishnu's avatars before Lord Rama include Matsya (fish), Kurma (tortoise), Varaha (boar), Narasimha (man and lion), Vamana (dwarf), and Parshurama, but Krishna, Buddha, and Kalki arrive afterwards (to be incarnate).
Oldest human deity: Lord Rama is the earliest deity worshipped in human form, having been born during the Treta Yuga, which is estimated to have ended 1,296,000 years ago. Lord Vishnu took on the forms of Vamana and Parashurama in the Treta Yuga, in addition to Lord Rama.
Lord Rama is a Surya descendent: Lord Rama was born into the "Ikshvaku" dynasty, which was founded by Lord Surya's son, "King Ikshvaku." Because of this, Lord Rama is also known as "Suryavanshi."
394th name of Lord Vishnu is "Rama": Lord Vishnu's thousand names are listed in the book Vishnu Sahasranama. "Rama" is Lord Vishnu's 394th name, according to this list.
Lord Rama's birth name: Maharishi Vashistha, the Guru of Raghuvanshi, dubbed Lord Rama. The word "Rama" is made up of two spores (bijakshara), "Agni Beej" and "Amrit Beej," according to Vasishtha. These letters bring mental, physical, and spiritual strength.
The name Rama is said three times, which is equivalent to recalling thousands of gods: According to the Mahabharata, Lord Shiva once declared that repeating the name of Rama three times grants the same grace as uttering the names of a thousand deities. You'll be surprised to learn that Lord Shiva is also known as Lord Rama in meditation. Let's put it that way.
The one who defeated Lord Rama in the battle: To protect "Yayati," the king of Kashi, Lord Hanuman battled alongside Lord Rama. Lord Rama arrived in the direction of Rishi Vikramaditya to destroy the King of Kashi. Lord Hanuman began chanting Lord Rama to assist the King of Kashi in the war. Lord Rama's arrows had no impact on Hanuman as a result, and Lord Rama had no choice but to accept his defeat.
Ram Setu's structure and length: The Vanar Sena constructed Ram Setu from Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu to Mannar in Sri Lanka. "Nal" and "Neel" were the bridge's chief craftsmen. This bridge was around 30 kilometres long and took six days to construct.
Lord Rama's kidnapping: Lord Rama and Lakshmana were kidnapped by Ravana's brother Ahiravan and sent to Underworld to offer sacrifices to Mahamaya Devi. By murdering Ahiravan, Lord Hanuman set Lord Rama and Lakshmana free.
Reign of Lord Rama: Lord Rama ruled the country of Ayodhya for eleven thousand years. "Rama Rajya" is the name given to this glorious period.
What are some of the ways this day is observed?
On this day, the Kalyanotsavam, or marriage of Rama and Sita miniature idols, takes place. Gudi Padwa is the first day of Vasanthothsava, also known as Chaitra Navaratri, a nine-day festival. Rama is said to have been born in January 5114 BC, and the Treta Yug started soon after.
The three major features of this day are the 'Kalyanam,' which is a marriage ceremony between God Rama and Sita, the 'Panakam,' which is a sweet made on the day, and the 'Procession,' which is colours and water used to play and delight. People fast and read the Ramayana on this day.
Shree Rama's dedication, his siblings' devotion, and his wife's devotion are all conducted, as well as pooja. The Rama and Sita idols are put in the centre, and people sit and pray in groups around them. On Rama Navami, Swaminarayan (born in Chhapaiya) is also remembered.
Ram Navami Mantra:
On this day, many think that repeating Lord Ram's name is the best mantra because it has the power to eliminate all obstacles and troubles. During the festival, though, people chant a number of mantras for a variety of causes. On Ram Navami, devotees recite the following Ram mantras:
- ॐ रां रामाय नमः
- ॐ रामचंद्राय नमः
- ॐ रामभद्राय नमः
- ॐ जानकी वल्लभाय स्वाहा
Rama, like Sita, is claimed to have abandoned the earth after attaining water Samadhi in the Saryu River.
Lord Rama has demonstrated the principles of the right path. All of these virtues are celebrated and practised on Ram Navami. So, on this Ram Navami, let us all embrace Lord Rama's beautiful life ideals and seek his blessings.
